The Manager, Business Finance & Analytics is responsible for providing financial insights, product profitability analysis, and business intelligence to support revenue growth and cost optimization. The role enhances decision-making through data-driven analytics, product performance reviews, and financial advisory to business units.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead preparation, consolidation, and submission of annual budgets in alignment with strategy.

• Develop periodic forecasts and scenario analyses to support decision-making.

• Coordinate budget discussions with departments and ensure adherence to guidelines.

Performance Monitoring & Analysis

• Track financial and operational KPIs and report variances against budget, forecast, and prior periods.

• Identify performance gaps and recommend corrective actions to management.

• Prepare monthly and quarterly performance dashboards for Executive Management.

Financial Modelling & Insights

• Develop financial models to support planning, pricing, and strategic initiatives.

•  Translate financial data into actionable business insights.

• Support the Head of Finance & Strategy in performance improvement initiatives.

Governance, Controls & Compliance

• Ensure budgeting processes comply with internal policies and regulatory expectations.

• Maintain documentation, assumptions, and approvals for audit trail.

• Support internal and external audits related to budgeting processes.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to enhance budgeting tools, templates, and systems.

• Drive automation and digitalization of planning and monitoring processes.

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of performance reporting.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work with all departments to gather inputs and validate assumptions.

• Communicate performance results to senior management.

• Provide training on budgeting tools and performance reporting.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Finance and Strategy.

Education:

• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.

• CPA/ACCA or equivalent qualification is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 3–5 years in budgeting, planning, or performance monitoring.

• Banking experience preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Strong financial modelling and analysis skills.

• Advanced Excel and budgeting/planning tools.

• Knowledge of financial performance frameworks.

Soft Skills:

• Analytical, detail-oriented, strong communication, and deadline-driven.

• Ability to work across teams.

• Team work

• Good Analytical Skills

• Communication Skills